cuteRansomware launches from Google Docs to host the decryption key and command-and-control functionality.
Chinese Military Spy Sentenced to 46 Months in the Clink
Su Bin admitted to helping his homeland make off with blueprints for Pentagon military jet components—for profit only, he said.
Sextortion Bill Introduced in US Congress
The legislation makes online sexual extortion a federal crime, defined as the use of extortion and threats to coerce sexual activity.
Walsall Council Sends Social Care Info to Wrong People
Yet another local authority in data breach blunder
Omni Hotels Becomes the Latest Hotel to Suffer PoS Malware
Malware collected payment card information, including cardholder name, credit/debit card number, security code and expiration date.
Brand-New ‘Stampado’ Ransomware Hits Dark Web for $39
Similar to CryptoLocker in functionality, Stampado will delete a random file from the victim’s PC every six hours until the ransom is paid.
GDPR Fines Could Cost Firms Over $320 Billion
Capgemini claims consumer goods firms need to tighten security and privacy
Nymaim Ransomware-Downloader Spikes Big
Nymaim is using phishing and has now made its way to South America, with attacks targeting financial institutions in Brazil.
Pokemon GO Catches a Ton of Personal Info
The cultural phenomenon has already become a criminal’s present on a platter, because it collects a scary amount of personal information.